Your Surgery

Thank you for choosing Nebraska Medicine. We look forward to providing you with a positive surgical experience.

The information in this section of our website is a step-by-step guide to help you prepare for your surgery. Each section relates to a different time frame and breaks the entire process down into manageable tasks.

By understanding the procedure, you will be more at ease and able to play an active role in your recovery. We encourage you to ask questions about anything at any time.

Educational Videos

Nebraska Medicine has several videos available for you to view before coming to the hospital for surgery.
In an effort to become familiar with our procedures, we invite you to watch the videos below or visit our educational videos page.

Checking in for Surgery

This interactive video on our YouTube Channel will show you our campus, parking, check-in procedure and operating room staff.

Using an Incentive Spirometer

This video explains to you what the device is and how to use it correctly.

Using Crutches Properly

This video is applicable if you know you will be using crutches after your surgery.

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Visiting a Patient
Visits from family and friends are important to the health and recovery of our patients. Nebraska Medicine also considers issues such as adequate rest, privacy, security, infection control and confidentiality important to any hospitalization.

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Visits from family and friends are important to the health and recovery of our patients. Nebraska Medicine also considers issues such as adequate rest, privacy, security, infection control and confidentiality important to any hospitalization.